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!
Snidge
-Nudge / A small piece / A bit
Black Country term for a nudge or a small piece.
Wum
-Home
Black Country pronunciation of 'home'.
Miskin
-Dunghill or rubbish heap
Black Country term for a dunghill or rubbish heap.
Woa
-Wall
Black Country pronunciation of 'wall'.
Fakes
-Cigarettes
Black Country slang for cigarettes.
Gobiron
-Mouth Organ/Harmonica
Black Country slang for a harmonica.
Ooman
-Woman
Black Country pronunciation of 'woman'.
Barmpot
-Silly Person
A silly person
Tek
-Take
Black Country pronunciation of 'take'.
Yed
-Head
A Black Country slang term for the word head.