Here's a breakdown:
* Por: This translates to "by", "through", or "around".
* Aquí: This means "here".
So, "por aqui" literally translates to "by here", but it's more commonly used to indicate a location or direction that is nearby.
Here are some examples:
* "¿Dónde está el baño?" "Por aquí." (Where is the bathroom? This way.)
* "Hay muchos restaurantes por aquí." (There are many restaurants around here.)
* "No hay mucho que ver por aquí." (There isn't much to see around here.)
The meaning of "por aqui" can depend on the context, but it generally indicates a location or direction that is in the vicinity of the speaker.