què​cháo​jiū​zhàn

the turtledove occupies the magpie's nest

  1. magpie
    (bound form) magpie; a bird with black and white feathers and a long tail, often considered a sign of good luck
  2. nest
    a nest, hive, or lair for birds, insects, or other animals; also a home or dwelling
  3. turtledove
    (bound form) turtledove; any of various birds of the family 斑鸠 bān​jiū
  4. to occupy
    To take possession of, occupy, or take up (space, time, etc.); to constitute or account for (a portion or ratio)