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!
Gaffer
-manager
A Black Country slang term manager or employer.
Maunch
-To chew or munch noisily
Black Country term for chewing or munching noisily.
Cuckoo
-Sweetie
Black Country affectionate term, like 'sweetie'.
Airk
-Ache
A Black Country term to describe an ache
Crack
-fun
Black Country term for fun or enjoyment.
Lughole
-Earhole / Ear
Black Country term for ear or earhole.
Lezzer
-Meadow or pasture
Black Country term for a meadow or pasture.
Frowtsy
-dishevelled
Black Country term for looking untidy or dishevelled.
Fun
-found
Black Country past tense of 'find'.
Gammitin
-playing the fool
Black Country term for messing about or playing the fool.