poskytovate

Poskytovate is a term that appears in Czech-language texts as a nonstandard variant of the word poskytovatel, meaning "provider." It is formed from the verb poskytovat (to provide) with the agent suffix -atel. In standard Czech, the conventional noun is poskytovatel; poskytovate is not widely recognized as a separate entry in dictionaries and is generally considered a misspelling or an uncommon/archaic form rather than a distinct term.

In use, providers (poskytovatelé) are entities that supply services or goods to customers. The concept covers a broad range of sectors, including telecommunications, cloud and software services, financial services, media, and other service-oriented industries. The precise legal or regulatory designation of a provider depends on the domain, such as a telecommunication operator, an internet service provider, or a content provider, each with its own compliance requirements.

Despite its rarity, the form poskytovate may appear in branding, shorthand notes, or technical discussions where a speaker or author opts for a compact or informal variant. When writing formally, it is advisable to use the standard term poskytovatel to avoid confusion or misidentification.

See also: poskytovatel, poskytovat, poskytování, service provider (in English-language contexts).