mess up

US /mes ʌp/
UK /mes ʌp/
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1.

arruinar, meter la pata

to make a mistake or do something badly

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I really messed up the presentation.
Realmente arruiné la presentación.
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Don't mess up this opportunity.
No arruines esta oportunidad.
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2.

desordenar, ensuciar

to make something untidy or dirty

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The kids always mess up their room.
Los niños siempre ensucian su habitación.
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Don't mess up your clothes before the party.
No ensucies tu ropa antes de la fiesta.
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