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。
He warned his friends not to mess with his relationship by spreading rumors.
彼は、噂を広めることで彼の恋愛関係に干渉しないように友人たちに警告した。
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
We always mess with each other at work; it keeps the atmosphere light and fun.
私たちは仕事中いつもお互いをからかう；それが雰囲気を明るく楽しく保つ。
I do n't mean to upset you; I was just messing with you when I made that comment.
あなたを怒らせるつもりはありませんでした。あのコメントをした時、ただあなたをからかっていただけです。
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。
He messed with the wrong crowd.
彼は間違った群衆をからかった。
04
(African American) to like, enjoy, approve of, or support someone or something
Slang例
I really mess with that new song.
She messes with him heavy.
