Mobilfunkanbieter

mobile network operator, mobile provider

noun mo-BEEL-funk-an-bee-ter Rare

Usage Note

Mobilfunkanbieter is the company providing mobile phone services. In Germany the main ones are Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone, and Telefónica/O2; consumers compare their Mobilfunkanbieter regularly by price and coverage.

Examples

"Welcher Mobilfunkanbieter hat in ländlichen Regionen die beste Abdeckung?"

Natural Translation

Which mobile network operator has the best coverage in rural regions?

Literal Translation

Which mobile-network-provider has in rural regions the best coverage?

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