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!
Ood
-Wood / Would
Black Country pronunciation of 'wood' or 'would'.
Ar
-yes
A common Black Country slang term for yes.
Tacky-bonk
-Pit bank / Spoil heap / Slag heap
Black Country term for a pit bank or spoil heap.
Airk
-Ache
A Black Country term to describe an ache
Ess’ole
-Fireplace
Shova anothe log in the ess'old
Chunter
-grumble
Black Country term for grumbling quietly.
Bamboozle
-Puzzled
A Black Country term used for silly
Sate
-Seat
Black Country pronunciation of 'seat'.
Smosh
-Smash
Black Country pronunciation of 'smash'.
Taters
-Potatoes
Black Country (and general colloquial) term for potatoes.