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!
Wum
-Home
Black Country pronunciation of 'home'.
Jiffy
-A brief moment
A Black Country term to describe a brief moment in time.
Ditherin’
-Shiver with cold
Black Country term for shivering, usually from cold.
Ow
-How / Old
Black Country pronunciation of 'how' or 'old'.
Frowtsy
-dishevelled
Black Country term for looking untidy or dishevelled.
Nuss
-Nurse
A Black Country Term for the work nurse
Ate
-Eat
to eat
Haiver
-something big
Black Country term for something large or a hefty amount.
Unitick
-Unique / Unusual / Odd
Black Country term for unique or unusual.
Owern
-Ours / Our own
Black Country term for 'ours' or 'our own'.