Meanings
colloquiala special feature, trick, secret
Der Clou an dem Gerät ist, dass es lernfähig ist.What sets this device apart is that it’s able to learn.
colloquialpoint (of a story), (less often) punchline (of a joke)
Warte, der Clou kommt ja erst noch!Wait, I haven’t even got to the point yet!
colloquialhighlight
Die Tanzeinlage war der Clou des Abends!The dance performance was the highlight of the evening!