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!
Haiver
-something big
Black Country term for something large or a hefty amount.
Airk
-Ache
A Black Country term to describe an ache
Tek
-Take
Black Country pronunciation of 'take'.
Bost
-Broken
A black country slang term that is used define something that is broken or working incorrectly.
Tekin
-Taking
A Black Country slang word used in place of taking
Fairks
-Cigarettes
Black Country slang for cigarettes.
Cog-nogger
-Thick Sandwich (variation on Noggin)
Black Country term for a thick sandwich.
Pus
-Purse
The back country word for purse.
Fun
-found
Black Country past tense of 'find'.
Coddin
-joking, kidding, eg "Goo on, yum coddin me"
Black Country term for joking or kidding.