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!
Cort
-Cannot
Pailin
-Beating
A Black country beating
Volve
-valve
Bay
-Not
A Black Country slang term used in place of “not”
Fettle
-excellent condition
Good condition, health, or order.
Wooly
-Will you?
Black Country contraction for 'will you?'.
Chawl
-Pork
Black Country word for pork.
Tizzicky
-Asthmatic / Wheezy / Short of breath / Irritable
Black Country term for asthmatic, wheezy, or irritable.
Fun
-found
Black Country past tense of 'find'.
Cocker
-Friend
Black Country term of address, like 'mate' or 'friend'.