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!
Bibble
-Pebble
A Black Country slang term for the word pebble.
Wammel
-Dog
A term commonly used in the Black Country dialect to refer to a dog.
Dock
-To stop
Cankin
-talking or gossiping
Black Country term for talking or gossiping.
Sup
-To drink / A small drink / Sip
Black Country term for drinking or a small drink.
Ganzy
-guernsey
Black Country term for a jumper or pullover.
Gammitin
-playing the fool
Black Country term for messing about or playing the fool.
Wench
-Girl
A common Black Country slang term for an girl.
Loff
-Laugh
Black Country pronunciation of 'laugh'.
Lugole
-Earhole / Ear
Black Country term for ear or earhole.