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!
Ond
-Hand
Black Country pronunciation of 'hand'.
Kay-li
-Sherbet powder
A Black Country term to describe Sherbet powder.
Clemmed
-Hungry
Black Country term for being very hungry or starving.
Swole
-Swollen
Black Country pronunciation of 'swollen'.
Owt
-Out
A Black Country term used in place of out in the English dialect
Weege
-Wedge
Black Country pronunciation of 'wedge'.
Haiver
-something big
Black Country term for something large or a hefty amount.
Fairther
-father
Black Country pronunciation of 'father'.
Dollop
-Scoop
A lump or scoop of something soft.
Taters
-Potatoes
Black Country (and general colloquial) term for potatoes.