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!
Agen
-Again
A Black Country term used in place of again in the English dialect, typically used in informal conversation.
Volve
-valve
Fairther
-father
Black Country pronunciation of 'father'.
Sailin
-Ceiling
Black Country pronunciation of 'ceiling'.
Boffle
-Hinder
A Black Country slang term for the word Hinder.
Woa
-Wall
Black Country pronunciation of 'wall'.
Ow
-How / Old
Black Country pronunciation of 'how' or 'old'.
Cag-mag
-Bad or rotting meat
Black Country term for bad or rotting meat.
Wassin
-Throat / Gullet / Windpipe
Black Country term for throat or gullet.
Jiffy
-A brief moment
A Black Country term to describe a brief moment in time.