# Bostin! - The Black Country Translator

> Black Country dialect translator and phrasebook for West Midlands visitors and locals. (iPhone/iPad app by Stuart Woolley.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bostin-the-black-country-translator/id813603034 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Stuart Woolley](https://appshunter.io/developer/315697638)
- Category: Entertainment, Reference
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-02-12
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bostin-the-black-country-translator/id813603034/reviews.md

## What is Bostin!?

Visiting the West Midlands in the near future?
Or are you from the area but miss the beautiful linguistic prowess of the yam yams?

Get yourself prepared with 
"Bostin! - The Black Country Translator" 
which will allow you to speak with the ease of a native.

Share your translations with your friends via social networks like Facebook and Twitter and also via text messages and e-mail!

Prevents:
 * Confusing moments with cobs
 * Inability to crash your suck
 * Forgetting where you left your wamul
 * Dropping a joobus bibble in public

If you'd like to add any translations that we don't know about, then please do get in touch at fiddlemeragged@me.com.

Tarra a bit.

(The flag depicted is the Flag of the Black Country designed by Gracie Sheppard of Redhill School in Stourbridge, registered with the Flag Institute in 2012.)

## Key features

- Translate Black Country dialect
- Learn local phrases
- Share translations
- Prepare for West Midlands visits
- Reconnect with linguistic heritage

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bostin-the-black-country-translator/id813603034/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Lazy

*2022-08-16, version 2.0*

Lots of words not included. Others that are translated are not Black Country words at all “somefink”.

### 5/5 — Pleaaaaaaase

*2019-10-26, version 2.0*

Can you add stickers?  Like the yorkshire-moji app....

### 5/5 — Love it

*2015-04-20, version 2.0*

Ahh this is amazing

### 5/5 — Bloody brill

*2015-01-18, version 1.1*

Very funny

### 5/5 — Black Country Translator

*2014-10-22, version 1.1*

Bostin' aah kid

## Frequently asked questions about Bostin!

### What is Bostin!?

Bostin! is a free app designed to help users understand and translate phrases from the Black Country dialect, a unique linguistic heritage of the West Midlands in England.

### Who is Bostin! for?

This app is ideal for anyone visiting the West Midlands, or for those from the area who wish to reconnect with their local dialect. It aims to prevent confusing moments and enhance communication.

### Can I share translations from Bostin!?

Yes, you can easily share your translations with friends and family through various social networks like Facebook and Twitter, as well as via text messages and email.

### Does Bostin! have ads?

No, Bostin! is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted experience for users learning the Black Country dialect.

### What devices does Bostin! support?

Bostin! is available for iPhone and iPod devices, allowing users to carry a Black Country translator in their pocket.

### How often is Bostin! updated?

The app was last updated on January 28, 2015, to version 2.0. While updates are not frequent, the core functionality remains relevant for its purpose.

### Is Bostin! suitable for children?

Yes, Bostin! has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users interested in learning about regional dialects.

### Can I suggest new translations for Bostin!?

The developers welcome suggestions for new translations. You can get in touch via email at fiddlemeragged@me.com to contribute to the app's content.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.0 — 2015-01-28

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

* More translation phrases added to the database
* iPhone 6 compatibility

### 1.1 — 2014-02-16

* Added ability to share translated text to Twitter, Facebook, Text Messages, and various other places!

### 1.0 — 2014-02-12

No release notes.

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All apps by Stuart Woolley: https://appshunter.io/developer/315697638

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