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!
Oot
-Out
Black Country pronunciation of 'out'.
Weege
-Wedge
Black Country pronunciation of 'wedge'.
Cockaver
-a smack
Black Country word for a smack or hit.
Bost
-Broken
A black country slang term that is used define something that is broken or working incorrectly.
Ackidock
-Aqueduct
A Black Country slang term for an Aqueduct.
Steen
-Earthenware pot / Jar
Black Country term for an earthenware pot or jar.
Wooly
-Will you?
Black Country contraction for 'will you?'.
Duck
-evade
To evade or dodge something. Also a term of endearment.
Ond
-Hand
Black Country pronunciation of 'hand'.
Lamp
-To hit or thrash
Black Country slang meaning to hit or thrash someone.