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!
Othatnin
-That way / In that manner
Black Country term for 'that way' or 'in that manner'.
Gawk
-Stare
To stare stupidly or rudely.
Ode
-Hold
Black Country pronunciation of 'hold'.
Tacky-bonk
-Pit bank / Spoil heap / Slag heap
Black Country term for a pit bank or spoil heap.
Woa
-Wall
Black Country pronunciation of 'wall'.
Wooly
-Will you?
Black Country contraction for 'will you?'.
Chops
-Cheeks
A Black Country term used for cheeks
Clarnet
-Idiot or fool
Black Country insult meaning idiot or fool.
Fun
-found
Black Country past tense of 'find'.
Sustifikut
-Certificate
Black Country pronunciation of 'certificate'.