EU 38
Women: UK 5
Men: Below this men’s chart range
EU to UK Shoe Size Chart
Convert EU shoe sizes to UK sizes for women and men. EU sizes are common across European retailers, but the closest UK match can differ slightly by brand.
Quick EU to UK answers
These are common adult conversions. Men’s and women’s US sizes differ, so check the category before ordering.
EU 39
Women: UK 6
Men: UK 6.5
EU 40
Women: UK 6.5
Men: UK 7
EU 41
Women: UK 7
Men: UK 7.5
EU 42
Women: UK 7.5
Men: UK 8
Women’s EU to UK shoe size chart
Use the selector to highlight your known size, then read across the row for the closest match.
| EU | UK | US Women | Foot length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 2.5 | 5 | 21.0 |
| 35.5 | 3 | 5.5 | 21.5 |
| 36 | 3.5 | 6 | 22.0 |
| 37 | 4 | 6.5 | 22.5 |
| 37.5 | 4.5 | 7 | 23.0 |
| 38 | 5 | 7.5 | 23.5 |
| 38.5 | 5.5 | 8 | 24.0 |
| 39 | 6 | 8.5 | 24.5 |
| 40 | 6.5 | 9 | 25.0 |
| 41 | 7 | 9.5 | 25.5 |
| 42 | 7.5 | 10 | 26.0 |
| 43 | 8 | 10.5 | 27.0 |
Men’s EU to UK shoe size chart
Men’s sizing follows a different US scale from women’s sizing, so use this chart for men’s shoes.
| EU | UK | US Men | Foot length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 24.5 |
| 39 | 6.5 | 7 | 25.0 |
| 40 | 7 | 7.5 | 25.5 |
| 41 | 7.5 | 8 | 26.0 |
| 42 | 8 | 8.5 | 26.5 |
| 43 | 8.5 | 9 | 27.0 |
| 43.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 27.5 |
| 44 | 9.5 | 10 | 28.0 |
| 44.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 28.5 |
| 45 | 10.5 | 11 | 29.0 |
| 45.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 29.5 |
| 46 | 11.5 | 12 | 30.0 |
| 46.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 30.5 |
| 47 | 12.5 | 13 | 31.0 |
How to get the best fit
- Measure your foot length in centimetres before buying online.
- Use conversion charts as a guide, then check the brand’s own size notes.
- Consider width if the length looks right but shoes feel tight at the sides.
FAQs
What UK size is EU 40?
In this chart, EU 40 is closest to UK 6.5 in women’s shoes and UK 7 in men’s shoes.
Is EU 42 always UK 8?
Not always. EU 42 is often close to UK 8 in men’s shoes, but in this women’s chart it is closer to UK 7.5.
Should I use foot length instead of EU size?
If you can, yes. Foot length in centimetres gives you a stronger starting point, especially when a retailer provides its own chart.