US to EU Shoe Size Converter
Thinking about buying shoes abroad? Try our converter and solve the sizing problem for good! Browse the whole page and get to know:
- How to convert US shoe size to EU.
- What are the equations to calculate US and EU shoe sizes?
- How to convert male and female US sizes to EU.
Shoe sizes explained
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In the United States, you can count the shoe size using the equation:
shoe size = 3 × foot length [in] - 22
for males, and
shoe size = 3 × foot length [in] - 21
for females.
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In the European sizing system, the size is expressed in Paris points, which are equal to 2/3 centimeter.
Shoe size [Paris points] = 3/2 × foot length [cm] + 2
How to convert US shoe size to EU
First, determine if the US size is male or female. Now the simplest way to convert the size step by step is:
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Find the foot length - FL - from the equation for the US shoe size.
US size (female) = 3 × FL [in] - 21
US size (male) = 3 × FL [in] - 22
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Now convert the foot length in inches to centimeters.
FL [cm] = 2.54 × FL [in]
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Calculate the EU size, using the formula:
EU size = 3/2 × foot length [cm] + 2
Using US to EU shoe size converter
To use our US to EU shoe size converter:
- First, decide on the mode you want to work in. You can choose the adult or child sizing system.
- Now type in the US size you already know (male or female) and want to convert. You can use the foot length as well.
- The EU shoe size appears immediately below the US sizes' rows.
- You can also take a look at the other sizing methods.
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FAQ
How do I convert US 12 shoe size to EU?
US male 12 = EU 45
US female 12 = EU 44
Remember that brands sometimes have their own sizing tables; in that case, it's preferable to use the manufacturer's sizing system.
How do I convert EU 37 male shoe size to the US one?
37 EU male shoe size = 5.5 US
To convert 37 EU male shoe size to the US:
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Count the foot length - FL.
EU size = 3/2 × foot length [cm] + 2
FL = 23.3 cm
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Convert that into inches.
1 inch = 2.54 cm
23.3 cm = 9.2 in
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Calculate the US size.
US size (male) = 3 × FL [in] - 22
US size = 5.5
What is 7.5 women's European shoe size?
US female 7.5 = EU 38
To convert the shoe size:
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First, find the foot length - FL:
7.5 = 3 × FL [in] - 21
FL = 9.5 in
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Now convert it into centimeters [cm]:
1 in = 2.54 cm
FL = 9.5 in = 24.13 cm
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Finally, count the EU size:
EU size = 3/2 × FL + 2
EU size = 3/2 × 24.13 + 2
EU size = 38
