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!
Ackidock
-Aqueduct
A Black Country slang term for an Aqueduct.
Tack up
-To stop raining / Weather improving
Black Country phrase for when rain stops or weather improves.
Snidge
-Nudge / A small piece / A bit
Black Country term for a nudge or a small piece.
Croddle
-huddle together
Black Country term for huddling together.
Frit
-frightened
Black Country word for frightened or scared.
Bist
-how are you
A Black Country way of asking how someone is.
Pitbonk
-hill containing mine waste
A hill made from mine waste
Crack
-fun
Black Country term for fun or enjoyment.
Kaylied
-Drunk
A Black Country work used when someone is in intoxicated through drink.
Goo
-go
Black Country pronunciation of 'go'.