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German noun

der Clou

Plural: die ClousEnglish: highlight, main attraction, punchlineB2Very common

Quick answer

The correct German article for Clou is der, so you say der Clou. The plural form is die Clous. In English, it usually means highlight, main attraction, punchline.

Article
der
Singular
Clou
Plural
die Clous
English
highlight, main attraction, punchline
CEFR
B2

Meaning and usage

The correct article is der, so you say der Clou. The plural is die Clous. In English, Clou usually means highlight, main attraction.

Learner note

Do not memorize Clou on its own — learn it as der Clou. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Clous.

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FAQ

What is the article for Clou?

The correct article is der, so the full noun is der Clou.

What is the plural of Clou?

The plural form is die Clous.

What does Clou mean in English?

Clou usually means highlight, main attraction, punchline in English.

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