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!
Oss
-To try / attempt / dare
Black Country term meaning to try, attempt, or dare.
Franzy
-irritable
Black Country term for being irritable or peevish.
Boffle
-Hinder
A Black Country slang term for the word Hinder.
Thrape
-To thrash / Beat / Toil hard
Black Country term for thrashing, beating, or toiling.
Rennin
-Raining
Sharrap
-Shut up
Black Country pronunciation of 'shut up'.
Cankin
-talking or gossiping
Black Country term for talking or gossiping.
Ivver-ovver
-Hesitate
A Black Country Slang term used in place of Hesitate.
Ood
-Wood / Would
Black Country pronunciation of 'wood' or 'would'.
Wench
-Girl
A common Black Country slang term for an girl.