to mess with
Pronunciation
/mˈɛs wɪð/
British pronunciation
/mˈɛs wɪð/

Définition et signification de « mess with » en anglais

to mess with
[phrase form: mess]
01

jouer avec, s'attaquer à

to get involved with something or someone, often dangerous, in a way that might lead to problems or harm
Transitive: to mess with sb/sth
to mess with definition and meaning
InformalInformal
example
Exemples
Do n't mess with the electrical wiring unless you're trained; it's dangerous.
Ne jouez pas avec le câblage électrique à moins d'être formé ; c'est dangereux.
He warned his friends not to mess with his relationship by spreading rumors.
Il a averti ses amis de ne pas s'immiscer dans sa relation en répandant des rumeurs.
02

taquiner, plaisanter avec

to tease or joke with someone in a lighthearted and good-natured manner
Transitive: to mess with sb
to mess with definition and meaning
InformalInformal
example
Exemples
We always mess with each other at work; it keeps the atmosphere light and fun.
Nous nous taquinons toujours au travail ; cela maintient une atmosphère légère et amusante.
I do n't mean to upset you; I was just messing with you when I made that comment.
Je ne veux pas te contrarier ; je taquinais juste quand j'ai fait ce commentaire.
03

embêter, chercher des noises à

to bother, provoke, or antagonize someone
Transitive: to mess with sb/sth
SlangSlang
example
Exemples
Do n't mess with me when I'm tired.
Ne cherche pas des problèmes avec moi quand je suis fatigué.
He messed with the wrong crowd.
Il a cherché des noises à la mauvaise foule.
04

(African American) to like, enjoy, approve of, or support someone or something

SlangSlang
example
Exemples
I really mess with that new song.
She messes with him heavy.
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