How to Pronounce "mess with"
expression
ˈmɛs/ /ˈwɪð/, /ˈwɪθ/, /wɪð/, /wɪθ
MESS with
mˈɛs/ /wˈɪð
MESS with
Definition
To bother, annoy, disturb, or play tricks on someone. It can also mean to interfere with something you shouldn't touch.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɛs/ /ˈwɪð/, /ˈwɪθ/, /wɪð/, /wɪθ
British English
mˈɛs/ /wˈɪð
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MESS with
UK
MESS with
Listen in Context
Don't mess with my phone!
He likes to mess with his little brother.
Please don't mess with the settings.
You really shouldn't mess with Janet when she's angry.