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!
Saft
-Soft / Silly / Foolish
Black Country pronunciation of 'soft', often meaning silly or foolish.
Aks(axe)
-Ask
A common Black Country Slang word replacement for ask.
Cocker
-Friend
Black Country term of address, like 'mate' or 'friend'.
Urry
-Hurry
A black country slang term that is used define somthing that should be done quickly or somthing that is traveling at speed.
Lamp
-To hit or thrash
Black Country slang meaning to hit or thrash someone.
Scrawmp
-To scratch or scrape
Black Country term for scratching or scraping.
Clack
-uvula
Black Country slang, possibly for uvula or just 'mouth/talk'.
Ooman
-Woman
Black Country pronunciation of 'woman'.
Jiffy
-short period of time
A Less common word from the Black Country dialect.
Gawk
-Stare
To stare stupidly or rudely.