to mess with
[phrase form: mess]
01
いじる, 関わる
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
Informal
例
Do n't mess with the electrical wiring unless you're trained; it's dangerous.
訓練を受けていない限り、電気配線をいじらないでください；危険です。
02
からかう, 冗談を言う
to tease or joke with someone in a lighthearted and good-natured manner
Transitive: to mess with sb
Informal例
I like to mess with my friends by telling funny stories about them.
私は友達について面白い話をして、彼らをからかうのが好きです。
03
邪魔する, 挑発する
to bother, provoke, or antagonize someone
Transitive: to mess with sb/sth
Slang例
Do n't mess with me when I'm tired.
疲れているときに私にからかわないで。
04
(African American) to like, enjoy, approve of, or support someone or something
Slang例
I really mess with that new song.
