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!
Scrawmp
-To scratch or scrape
Black Country term for scratching or scraping.
Wench
-Girl
A common Black Country slang term for an girl.
Chuck
-Throw
Black Country term for 'throw'.
Oss
-To try / attempt / dare
Black Country term meaning to try, attempt, or dare.
Saft
-Soft / Silly / Foolish
Black Country pronunciation of 'soft', often meaning silly or foolish.
Ommer
-Hammer
Black Country pronunciation of 'hammer'.
Tummy
-Stomach
Colloquial term for stomach.
Yampey
-Foolish / Crazy / Daft / Eccentric
Black Country term for foolish, crazy, or eccentric.
Piece
-Sandwich / Snack (especially for work)
Black Country term for a sandwich or packed snack.
Spuggies
-Sparrows
Black Country term for sparrows.