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!
Desay
-dare say
Black Country pronunciation of 'dare say'.
Clobber
-clothes or to hit someone
Black Country slang for clothes or to hit someone.
Loff
-Laugh
Black Country pronunciation of 'laugh'.
Wuss
-Worse
Black Country pronunciation of 'worse'.
Ar
-yes
A common Black Country slang term for yes.
Opple
-Apple
Black Country pronunciation of 'apple'.
Franzy
-irritable
Black Country term for being irritable or peevish.
Lughole
-Earhole / Ear
Black Country term for ear or earhole.
Purler
-A heavy fall / Something excellent
Black Country term for a heavy fall or something excellent.
Bost
-Broken
A black country slang term that is used define something that is broken or working incorrectly.