Utility Knife: Having a thin blade makes this knife good for a smooth slice. ie: a sandwich, fruits, cheeses, and other soft food.

Chef's Knife: This is the perfect knife or chopping, dicing and mincing foods due to the curved or wedged shape blade.

Bread Knife: With the serrated blade, it's perfect for easily cutting bread, bagels, tomatoes, or other food woth a tough exterior surface.

Paring Knife: Being small, and having a short blade, this knife is perfect for peeling or cutting fruits and vegetables