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!
Wassin
-Throat / Gullet / Windpipe
Black Country term for throat or gullet.
Cost
-can you
Black Country way of saying 'can you?' or 'cannot'.
Unitick
-Unique / Unusual / Odd
Black Country term for unique or unusual.
Jiffy
-A brief moment
A Black Country term to describe a brief moment in time.
Cankin
-talking or gossiping
Black Country term for talking or gossiping.
Zowk
-yelp
Tay
-Tea
A Black Country slang word for A cup of English tea.
Cag-mag
-Bad or rotting meat
Black Country term for bad or rotting meat.
Caw
-Cannot
Black Country way of saying 'cannot'.
Ommer
-Hammer
Black Country pronunciation of 'hammer'.