EU to US Shoe Size Calculator
Convert European and American shoe sizes for men and women with accurate formulas
Shoe Size Converter
Conversion Results
International Size Equivalents
Important Sizing Note
Many brands use proprietary sizing. Always try shoes before buying, especially from unfamiliar brands. These conversions are based on standard sizing formulas.
Common Size Examples
Sizing Systems
European (EU)
Based on foot length in centimeters. Same for men and women.
American (US)
Based on foot length in inches. Different scales for men and women.
British (UK)
Similar to US but typically 0.5 size smaller.
Sizing Tips
EU sizes are unisex - same number for men and women
Measure your foot length for most accurate sizing
Always check brand-specific size charts
Feet are largest in the evening - best time to measure
Understanding Shoe Size Conversion
Why Different Systems?
The difference between EU and US shoe sizes stems from different measurement systems. Europe uses the metric system (centimeters) while the US uses the imperial system (inches) for foot measurements.
Gender Differences
- •EU: Same sizing for men and women
- •US: Men's sizes run 1.5-2 sizes larger than women's
Conversion Formulas
EU to US:
1. Foot length (cm) = (EU size - 2) ÷ 1.5
2. Foot length (inches) = cm ÷ 2.54
3. US size = (inches × 3) - 21 (women) or -22 (men)
Example: EU 40 = US 9 (women) or US 8 (men)
Size Comparison Table
| EU Size | US Women | US Men | Foot Length (cm) | Foot Length (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 5 | 4 | 22.0 | 8.66 |
| 37 | 6.5 | 5 | 23.3 | 9.19 |
| 39 | 8 | 6.5 | 24.7 | 9.71 |
| 41 | 9.5 | 8 | 26.0 | 10.24 |
| 43 | 11 | 9.5 | 27.3 | 10.76 |
| 45 | 12.5 | 11 | 28.7 | 11.29 |