This is the 331st most frequent Lithuanian word.
kartus
"Bitter."
Here, 'kartus' describes the taste associated with the tree's product, potentially its foliage, fruit, or sap.
Šis medis yra kartus.
This tree is bitter.
In this context, 'kartą' is a form indicating iteration or instance of an event.
Jis jau trečią kartą važiuoja į miestą.
It is the third time he is going to the city.
Here, 'kartus' metaphorically expresses an emotional tone, suggesting a negative or unpleasant emotion.