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!
Dun
-Do
Black Country pronunciation of 'do'.
Ood
-Wood / Would
Black Country pronunciation of 'wood' or 'would'.
Sup
-To drink / A small drink / Sip
Black Country term for drinking or a small drink.
Swaits
-Spills / Splashes (of liquid)
Black Country term for spills or splashes.
Desay
-dare say
Black Country pronunciation of 'dare say'.
Wik
-Week (variant of Wick)
Black Country pronunciation of 'week' (variant).
Barmy
-Silly
A Black Country slang term for the word Silly.
Shap
-Shop
Black Country pronunciation of 'shop'.
Gobiron
-Mouth Organ/Harmonica
Black Country slang for a harmonica.
Clomber
-climb
Black Country pronunciation of 'climb'.