柏树 (bǎi shù): cypress tree; Taiwan pr. [bo2 shu4]

The year I was born, Grandpa planted a cypress tree; now it has grown taller than the roof and stays green all year round.

This ancient garden is full of tall cypress trees; walking under their shade in summer feels especially cool.

Cypress trees are resistant to both cold and drought, so many cities in the north use them as the main species for street landscaping.

A row of cypress trees is planted around the cemetery; when the breeze blows, the leaves rustle, making the place seem especially solemn.

The cypress tree in the corner of the courtyard has been pruned into a spiral shape; every spring it attracts quite a few neighbors to stop and admire it.