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to mess with
[phrase form: mess]
01
mexer com, se envolver com
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
Exemplos
The detective knew better than to mess with the criminal organization without proper backup and support.
O detetive sabia que era melhor não se meter com a organização criminosa sem o apoio e suporte adequados.
02
zoar com, brincar com
to tease or joke with someone in a lighthearted and good-natured manner
Transitive: to mess with sb
InformalExemplos
She knows I 'm just messing with her when I tease about her fashion choices.
Ela sabe que eu só estou brincando com ela quando zoando suas escolhas de moda.
03
incomodar, provocar
to bother, provoke, or antagonize someone
Transitive: to mess with sb/sth
SlangExemplos
You 'll regret messing with him.
Você vai se arrepender de mexer com ele.
04
(African American) to like, enjoy, approve of, or support someone or something
SlangExemplos
They mess with her style; it's fire.
