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!
Ow bist
-How are you?
Classic Black Country greeting meaning 'How are you?'.
Yoewer
-Your
A Black Country slang term for the word your.
Loff
-Laugh
Black Country pronunciation of 'laugh'.
Yampey
-Foolish / Crazy / Daft / Eccentric
Black Country term for foolish, crazy, or eccentric.
Saft
-Soft / Silly / Foolish
Black Country pronunciation of 'soft', often meaning silly or foolish.
Ackidock
-Aqueduct
A Black Country slang term for an Aqueduct.
Trussen
-Trusting / Believing / Trust (noun)
Black Country term for trusting or trust.
Scrawmp
-To scratch or scrape
Black Country term for scratching or scraping.
Gaffer
-manager
A Black Country slang term manager or employer.
Shap
-Shop
Black Country pronunciation of 'shop'.