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!
Cuckoo
-Sweetie
Black Country affectionate term, like 'sweetie'.
Snidge
-Nudge / A small piece / A bit
Black Country term for a nudge or a small piece.
Bin
-Been
A common replacement for the word been.
Babby
-Baby
A Black Country term to describe a child.
Oss road
-The Street
A word that is used when referring to the street.
Lezzer
-Meadow or pasture
Black Country term for a meadow or pasture.
Yawl
-You all / Yell / Shout
Black Country term for 'you all' or to yell/shout.
Ooman
-Woman
Black Country pronunciation of 'woman'.
Gobiron
-Mouth Organ/Harmonica
Black Country slang for a harmonica.
Loff
-Laugh
Black Country pronunciation of 'laugh'.