EU to US Shoe Size Conversion Chart

Q: Are EU and US shoe sizes the same?

No. The EU sizing system and US shoe sizing scale use different scales. International shoe size conversion is most reliable when you anchor to foot length in cm.

European (EU) and US shoe sizes use different numbering systems. EU sizes are often related to foot length in centimeters and run higher numbers than US for the same fit (e.g. EU 42 ≈ US 9 men's). Converting correctly helps when buying from American brands or shopping in the US. Our conversion uses a single centimeter (foot length) baseline: each size is mapped to a foot length in cm, and that cm value is matched to the closest size in the target system. The table below comes from the same dataset that powers the calculator. Each row links to a dedicated conversion page with the converter and equivalents.

Conversion table (men's)

EU	US
39	6
39.5	6.5
40	7
40.5	7.5
41	8
41.5	8.5
42	9
42.5	9.5
43	10
43.5	10.5
44	11
44.5	11.5
45	12
45.5	12.5
46	13
46.5	13.5
47	14

Why Sizes May Vary

Shoe and clothing sizes can vary between brands due to manufacturing differences, materials, and regional sizing standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EU 42 in US shoe size?

EU 42 typically converts to US men's size 9 and US women's size 10.5, depending on brand and width. Use any converter on this page when available.

Are EU and US shoe sizes the same?

No. The EU sizing system and US shoe sizing scale use different scales. International shoe size conversion is most reliable when you anchor to foot length in cm.