Here's a breakdown:
* False: The statements must be untrue.
* Defamatory: They must be harmful to the person's reputation, causing others to think poorly of them.
* Spoken: Slander is oral defamation, as opposed to libel, which is written defamation.
Examples of slander:
* Spreading rumors about someone's infidelity.
* Accusing someone of a crime they didn't commit.
* Making false claims about someone's professional competence.
Key points to remember:
* Slander is a serious offense and can have legal consequences.
* The person making the slanderous statement must have acted with malice, meaning they knew the statement was false or acted recklessly without regard for the truth.
* The person who is slandered must prove that the statements were false and caused them harm.
It's important to be mindful of what you say and avoid spreading false information that could harm someone's reputation.