Pronunciation: [ɹɪkwˈɪn] (IPA) 
The word "Requin" is a French term for shark. It is pronounced as /ʁə.kɛ̃/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The spelling of Requin includes the letter "Q", which can represent the sound of "k" or "kw" in English. In French, the letter "Q" is often followed by the letter "U" to create a /kw/ sound, as in the word "requin". Additionally, the nasal vowel sound /ɛ̃/ is represented by the combination of letters "IN" in French.
Requin is a French word that primarily refers to a shark. The term is used to describe any member belonging to the order Selachimorpha, a group of fish known for their cartilaginous skeletons, multiple gill slits, and sharp teeth. Requins are found in oceans all around the world, characterized by their streamlined bodies that enable them to swim swiftly through the water.
These creatures possess various adaptations that allow them to thrive in their marine environments. Requins have finely tuned sensory systems, including a strong sense of smell and an incredible ability to detect electrical fields produced by other living organisms. Additionally, they have an excellent ability to perceive vibrations in the water, aiding them in hunting and navigation.
While requins encompass a wide range of species, some of the most well-known examples include the great white shark (requin blanc), the hammerhead shark (requin marteau), and the tiger shark (requin tigre). Requins are typically carnivorous, feeding on a diet of fish, mollusks, crustaceans, and other marine animals. Some species are known to be apex predators, occupying the top of the food chain in their respective ecosystems.
Due to their unique characteristics and sometimes fearsome reputation, requins have become the subject of fascination and study in both scientific and popular culture. They continue to capture the imagination of many individuals, making them a prevalent motif in literature, films, and other forms of media.
The white shark, so called by the French sailors from the danger to life from them if falling by accident into the water of the seas where they abound.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word requin has its origins in the French language. It comes from the Old French word requin or rekin, which has its roots in the Latin word requinum. The Latin term requinum is believed to have been derived from the Greek word karcharos, meaning sharp or keen. Requin eventually became the modern French term for shark.
