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!
Wammel
-Dog
A term commonly used in the Black Country dialect to refer to a dog.
Wassin
-Throat / Gullet / Windpipe
Black Country term for throat or gullet.
Tek after
-To resemble (a parent or relative)
Black Country phrase meaning to resemble.
Cantin
-gossip
Black Country word for gossiping.
Fun
-found
Black Country past tense of 'find'.
Ay
-haven't or isn't
I ay
Ganzy
-guernsey
Black Country term for a jumper or pullover.
Swole
-Swollen
Black Country pronunciation of 'swollen'.
Forid
-Forehead
Black Country pronunciation of 'forehead'.
Urry
-Hurry
A black country slang term that is used define somthing that should be done quickly or somthing that is traveling at speed.