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!
Gammy
-Lame
A word used to describe something that is lame in terms of functionality.
Codge
-a poor job, eg "He's made a right codge of it"
Black Country term for a badly done job or a mess.
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-Cinema
A less commonly used word in replacement for Cinema.
Tararabit
-Goodbye
A phrase used to say goodbye
Aar kid
-A close relative or friend.
brother/friend/kin communally used by adults defining younger people.
Boffle
-Hinder
A Black Country slang term for the word Hinder.
Waggin
-truant
A Black Country slang term for an truant.
Pikelet
-A type of thin crumpet or griddle cake
Black Country term for a type of thin crumpet.
Tekin
-Taking
A Black Country slang word used in place of taking
Gain
-Useful
Black Country term for useful, handy, or convenient.