Black Country Slang & Black Country Dialect.
Ever wondered what that Black Country phrase meant? You've found the right place! Our website is dedicated to demystifying the unique Black Country slang and dialect. We provide a comprehensive glossary featuring hundreds of words, common sayings, and their translations, making it easy to learn and understand the language of areas like Wolverhampton, Dudley, and Walsall. Explore definitions, discover the origins of terms, and connect with the rich culture of the Black Country through its distinctive dialect. Start exploring our Black Country words database now!
Sharra
-Charabanc / Coach
Black Country term for a charabanc or coach.
Chooky
-chicken
Black Country children's word for chicken or fowl.
Fun
-found
Black Country past tense of 'find'.
Loff
-Laugh
Black Country pronunciation of 'laugh'.
Smosh
-Smash
Black Country pronunciation of 'smash'.
Fettle
-excellent condition
Good condition, health, or order.
Cake-hole
-Mouth
Black Country slang for mouth.
Oss
-To try / attempt / dare
Black Country term meaning to try, attempt, or dare.
Rennin
-Raining
Coddin
-joking, kidding, eg "Goo on, yum coddin me"
Black Country term for joking or kidding.