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!
Tek after
-To resemble (a parent or relative)
Black Country phrase meaning to resemble.
Tizzicky
-Asthmatic / Wheezy / Short of breath / Irritable
Black Country term for asthmatic, wheezy, or irritable.
Cog-nogger
-Thick Sandwich (variation on Noggin)
Black Country term for a thick sandwich.
Gawby
-A simpleton
Black Country term for a fool or simpleton.
Haiver
-something big
Black Country term for something large or a hefty amount.
Ait
-Eat
A Black Country slang term for eating.
Goo
-go
Black Country pronunciation of 'go'.
Swole
-Swollen
Black Country pronunciation of 'swollen'.
Ivver-ovver
-Hesitate
A Black Country Slang term used in place of Hesitate.
Steen
-Earthenware pot / Jar
Black Country term for an earthenware pot or jar.