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!
Skraze
-Graze / Scratch
Black Country term for a graze or scratch.
Sup
-To drink / A small drink / Sip
Black Country term for drinking or a small drink.
Cor
-cannot
A word used in place of can not
Ode
-Hold
Black Country pronunciation of 'hold'.
Fettle
-excellent condition
Good condition, health, or order.
Gain
-Useful
Black Country term for useful, handy, or convenient.
Opple
-Apple
Black Country pronunciation of 'apple'.
Rennin
-Raining
Dun
-Do
Black Country pronunciation of 'do'.
Gamgee
-Cotton Wool
Term for absorbent cotton wool or surgical dressing.