der Stromanbieter
Translation
electricity provider, power supplier, utility company
Examples
Ich wechsle meinen Stromanbieter.
I am changing my electricity provider.
Der Stromanbieter hat die Preise erhöht.
The electricity provider has increased the prices.
Grammar Patterns
((der Stromanbieter)) used as a subject or object. Der Stromanbieter ist sehr teuer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Energieversorger (energy provider), Stromversorger (power supplier)
Etymology
Composed of 'Strom' (electricity, literally 'stream' or 'current') and 'Anbieter' (provider), from the verb 'anbieten' (to offer).
Memory Tips
Think of a company that 'offers' ('anbieten') you a 'stream' ('Strom') of electricity.