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!

Black Country Slang

Ockerd

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Awkward

Black Country pronunciation of 'awkward'.

Fairks

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Cigarettes

Black Country slang for cigarettes.

Cork-aiver

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a good punch

Black Country terms for a hard punch or blow.

Urry

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Hurry

A black country slang term that is used define somthing that should be done quickly or somthing that is traveling at speed.

Cocker

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Friend

Black Country term of address, like 'mate' or 'friend'.

Cog-nocker

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Thick Sandwich (variation on Noggin)

Black Country term for a thick sandwich.

Wum

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Home

Black Country pronunciation of 'home'.

Werrit

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To worry / A worry / To fret

Black Country term for worrying or a worry.

Ond

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Hand

Black Country pronunciation of 'hand'.

Bamboozle

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Puzzled

A Black Country term used for silly