Convert shoe sizes between US, UK, EU, and centimeters. Compare men's, women's, and kids' sizes across different sizing systems.
US
9
Men's
UK
8
EU
45
CM
28.8
foot length
| Category | US | UK | EU | CM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men's | 9 | 8 | 45 | 28.8 |
| Women's | 10.5 | 8.5 | 45 | 28.8 |
| Kids' | 20 | 19 | 45 | 28.8 |
Foot length: 28.8 cm (11.33 inches)
| US | UK | EU | CM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5 | 39 | 24 |
| 7 | 6 | 40 | 25 |
| 8 | 7 | 41 | 26 |
| 9 | 8 | 42 | 27 |
| 10 | 9 | 43 | 28 |
| 11 | 10 | 44 | 29 |
| 12 | 11 | 45 | 30 |
| 13 | 12 | 46 | 31 |
| US | UK | EU | CM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3 | 35 | 22 |
| 6 | 4 | 36 | 23 |
| 7 | 5 | 37 | 24 |
| 8 | 6 | 38 | 25 |
| 9 | 7 | 39 | 26 |
| 10 | 8 | 40 | 27 |
| 11 | 9 | 41 | 28 |
| 12 | 10 | 42 | 29 |
US, UK, and EU use different numbering systems. US women's is 1.5 sizes larger than men's for the same foot. UK is typically 1 size smaller than US men's. EU uses a continuous scale where each size = 6.67mm (⅔ cm). Japan/Korea use actual foot length in cm.
Women's shoes run about 1.5 sizes larger than men's. A men's size 9 = women's 10.5. Women's shoes are also typically narrower (B width vs D width for men). When converting, add 1.5 to get women's from men's size.
Stand on paper with your heel against a wall. Mark the longest toe. Measure from the wall to the mark in cm or inches. Measure both feet and use the larger. Measure at the end of the day when feet are largest.
If between sizes, most people go up to the larger size for comfort, especially for athletic shoes. For dress shoes, you might go down if the shoe runs large. Consider width (narrow/wide) options if available.
Yes, sizing varies between brands and even styles within a brand. Nike often runs small, Adidas runs true, New Balance offers width options. Always check brand-specific size charts and reviews when possible.
US
9
Men's
UK
8
EU
45
CM
28.8
foot length