A standard 24-piece dinnerware set generally provides a complete coordinated table service for six people and contains:
6 × Dinner Plates — large plates for main courses
6 × Side/Salad Plates — for starters, desserts, or snacks
6 × Bowls — versatile for soups, cereals, salads, stews
6 × Cups/Mugs — for tea, coffee or other beverages