This is the 1958th most frequent Chinese word.
柳
"柳" means "willow" (a type of tree).
Here, 柳 refers to willow trees, a type of plant.
柳树在河边随风摆动。
Willow trees sway by the river in the wind.
In this sentence, 柳 is used metaphorically to imply softness or tenderness, similar to the gentle nature of willow branches.
他的字里行间流露出柳柔般的温情。
His words reveal a willow-like tenderness.
柳 specifically pertains to the leaves and branches of willow trees associated with artistic representation.