A cutting tool with a sharp blade and a handle, primarily used for slicing or spreading food. It's an essential utensil often found at the dining table, used alongside a fork and spoon.

食材(しょくざい)を切(き)るための、刃(は)と柄(え)がついた道具(どうぐ)。食事(しょくじ)の際(さい)に使(つか)う重要(じゅうよう)な食器(しょっき)。