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!
Shed
-To get rid of / Spill / Cast off
Black Country term for getting rid of, spilling, or casting off.
Cut
-Canal
A Black Country slang word for Canal.
Fairce
-face
Black Country pronunciation of 'face'.
Bonce
-Forehead
A Black Country slang term for the word forehead.
Wuss
-Worse
Black Country pronunciation of 'worse'.
Tummy
-Stomach
Colloquial term for stomach.
Gammy
-Lame
A word used to describe something that is lame in terms of functionality.
Maulers
-Hands or fists
Black Country slang for hands or fists.
Snidge
-Nudge / A small piece / A bit
Black Country term for a nudge or a small piece.
Naither
-Neither
Black Country pronunciation of 'neither'.