Di corner
noun di KAR-na di ˈkarna
Also spelled: di corna, the corner
Meaning
The street corner where friends gather to talk, play games and pass the time — the informal social hub of a neighbourhood. To be 'pon di corner' is to be hanging out with the local crew.
Examples
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“Di man dem deh pon di corner a reason.”
The guys are on the corner chatting.
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“Every evening him deh a di corner.”
Every evening he's at the corner.
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“Dem play domino pon di corner.”
They play dominoes on the corner.
Origin
From English 'the corner', with the Patois pronunciation 'corna'. It names the street-corner gathering spot that is a fixture of community life.
How it's used
Said 'pon di corner'. Carries a strong sense of community and belonging, though 'corner' can also imply idle hanging about.