Synonyms of tableware

tableware

noun

ˈtā-bəl-ˌwer 

1

as in silver

eating and serving utensils

during the party we ran short of tableware, so I went next door and borrowed some forks and knives

Synonyms & Similar Words

• silver
• silverware
• flatware
• knife
• fork
• cutlery
• setting
• spoon
• setup
• teaspoon
• silver plate
• place setting
• tablespoon
• chopstick

2

as in dinnerware

dishes used for eating or serving food or drink

the couple would take out their good tableware only on special occasions

Synonyms & Similar Words

• dinnerware
• setting
• china
• plate
• glass
• porcelain
• crystal
• pottery
• crockery
• cup
• glassware
• ware
• earthenware
• stoneware
• bowl
• chinaware
• setup
• saucer
• goblet
• teacup
• platter
• casserole
• place setting
• charger
• tureen
• demitasse
• mug

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of tableware

Best Serving Tray Designer Sophie Lou Jacobson knows how to make even the most humble tableware pieces that much cooler. — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2026

Scout tops her list for antiques and midcentury modern furnishings; Room Service is the place to unearth affordable trinkets, vintage tableware, and furniture ready to be rehabbed. — Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Aug. 2026

While formal entertaining is less common today, finding napkin rings, butter pats, and sterling silver tableware is a true treasure. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 9 Aug. 2026

In its latest update, Ginori 1735, a famous porcelain maker from Florence known for its decorative tableware and bold designs, has transformed three of the yacht’s favorite outdoor spaces using colors that capture the spirit of an Italian summer. — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026