Manslaughter is a legal term that refers to the unlawful killing of another person without premeditation or intent to kill. It typically occurs in situations where the person acted in a moment of passion or under extreme emotional distress. For example, if someone discovers their partner cheating and reacts violently, this could be considered manslaughter rather than murder. There are two main types of manslaughter: voluntary manslaughter and involuntary manslaughter. Voluntary manslaughter involves intentional harm but occurs in the heat of the moment, while involuntary manslaughter involves unintentional killing resulting from reckless behavior or negligence. Both types carry serious legal consequences.