How Do You Spell MANSLAUGHTER?

Pronunciation: [mˈanslɔːtə] (IPA)

Manslaughter is a legal term used to describe the killing of another person without intent to murder. This word is spelled with a combination of letters that might seem confusing at first glance. The IPA phonetic transcription for manslaughter is /ˈmænˌslɔtər/. The sound of "man" is pronounced as /mæn/, the sound of "slaugh" is pronounced as /slɔː/, and the sound of "ter" is pronounced as /tər/. With a better understanding of its phonetic transcription, it becomes easy to spell and pronounce the word manslaughter.

MANSLAUGHTER Meaning and Definition

1. Manslaughter is a legal term used to describe the act of unlawfully causing the death of another person, but without the intention to kill. It is a form of homicide that exists between murder, which is deliberate and premeditated, and unlawful killing without malicious intent, such as accidental death.

   Manslaughter can be classified into two main categories: voluntary and involuntary. Voluntary manslaughter refers to situations where a person intentionally causes the death of another person, but under mitigating circumstances. These circumstances may include provocation, extreme emotional distress, or a sudden adequate provocation that causes a loss of self-control. Involuntary manslaughter, on the other hand, occurs when a person causes the death of another person unintentionally, due to reckless behavior, criminal negligence, or an unlawful act that is considered inherently dangerous.

   The key distinction between manslaughter and murder lies in the absence of the intent to kill in the former. The penalties for manslaughter vary depending on jurisdiction and the specific circumstances of the case. However, in most legal systems, manslaughter is considered a serious crime and typically carries significant penalties, including imprisonment. It is often left to the court to determine the appropriate degree of culpability and the corresponding punishment based on the facts and evidence presented in the case.

   Overall, manslaughter can be seen as a legal concept that acknowledges the unlawful taking of a life, albeit without the deliberate intent to cause death.

2. The destruction of the human species; the killing of any person in sudden heat or excitement, and without malice.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for MANSLAUGHTER *

• mansluaghter 50%
• mansaughter 25%
• manslaoughter 25%

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Other Common Misspellings for MANSLAUGHTER

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Etymology of MANSLAUGHTER

The word "manslaughter" originates from the Old English term "manslaht" (also spelled "manslæht"), which is a compound word combining "man" (meaning human being) and "slaht" (meaning killing). Therefore, "manslaughter" literally means "the killing of a human being". This term has remained mostly unchanged over time and has been used in the English legal system since at least the 14th century.

Similar spelling word for MANSLAUGHTER

• manslayer.

Plural form of MANSLAUGHTER is MANSLAUGHTERS