| 樸素HSK 6 | pǔ sù | plain and simple; unadorned; simple living; not frivolous | |
| 樸實HSK 6 | pǔ shí | plain; simple; guileless; down-to-earth; sincere and honest |
| 1 | All through the years he led a simple life without worldly desires. | |
| 2 | Living in the countryside, they lead a simple but happy life. | |
| 3 | In this village, people are simple and kind, and they live a simple life. | |
| 4 | I love my hometown because of its simple people and beautiful rural scenery. | |
| 5 | The painting has a simple and atmospheric style, with a solemn atmosphere that leaves a deep impression on people. |