On this page, you will find everything to convert a Euro shoe size to US women’s. Women’s shoe size charts will help you find the perfect pair of shoes. Plus the easiest, most accurate tips on how to find the right shoe width (inches and centimeters).
Euro Shoe Size to US Women’s
US Women's Shoe Size | Euro Shoe Size | Foot Length (in) | Foot Length (cm) |
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4 | 34 | 8 1⁄3 | 21.2 cm |
4.5 | 34.5 | 8 1⁄2 | 21.6 cm |
5 | 35 | 8 2⁄3 | 22.0 cm |
5.5 | 35.5 | 8 5⁄6 | 22.4 cm |
6 | 36.5 | 9 | 22.9 cm |
6.5 | 37 | 9 1⁄6 | 23.3 cm |
7 | 37.5 | 9 1⁄3 | 23.7 cm |
7.5 | 38 | 9 1⁄2 | 24.1 cm |
8 | 39 | 9 2⁄3 | 24.6 cm |
8.5 | 39.5 | 9 5⁄6 | 25.0 cm |
9 | 40 | 10 | 25.4 cm |
9.5 | 40.5 | 10 1⁄6 | 25.8 cm |
10 | 41.5 | 10 1⁄3 | 26.2 cm |
10.5 | 41.5 | 10 1⁄2 | 26.7 cm |
11 | 42.5 | 10 2⁄3 | 27.1 cm |

At a Glance
- European shoe sizes do not separate sizes for children and adults. Smaller shoe sizes at one end of the size spectrum are sizes that fit kids, while on the other end are sizes that could be worn by adults.
- European shoe sizes are measured in centimeters. Women’s sizes start at EU Shoe Size 32 (foot length approx. 7 2/3″).
- To convert Euro sizes to US women’s, add 30-31 to the Euro size. A size 35 Euro = size 5 US.
- Widths for US women’s shoes range from narrow (AA) to extra wide (E), increasing by 3/8″ per width. A size 8.5 B is 3 5/8″.
Women’s Shoe Size Conversion
US Women's Shoe Size | EURO Women's Shoe Size | US Men's | UK Shoe Size |
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Size 4 US | Euro 34 Women's | US 2.5 Men's | 2 UK Women's |
Size 4.5 US | Euro 34.5 Women's | US 3 Men's | 2.5 UK Women's |
Size 5 US | Euro 35 Women's | US 3.5 Men's | 3 UK Women's |
Size 5.5 US | Euro 35.5 Women's | US 4 Men's | 3.5 UK Women's |
Size 6 US | Euro 36.5 Women's | US 4.5 Men's | 4 UK Women's |
Size 6.5 US | Euro 37 Women's | US 5 Men's | 4.5 UK Women's |
Size 7 US | Euro 37.5 Women's | US 5.5 Men's | 5 UK Women's |
Size 7.5 US | Euro 38 Women's | US 6 Men's | 5.5 UK Women's |
Size 8 US | Euro 39 Women's | US 6.5 Men's | 6 UK Women's |
Size 8.5 US | Euro 39.5 Women's | US 7 Men's | 6.5 UK Women's |
Size 9 US | Euro 40 Women's | US 7.5 Men's | 7 UK Women's |
Size 9.5 US | Euro 40.5 Women's | US 8 Men's | 7.5 UK Women's |
Size 10 US | Euro 41.5 Women's | US 8.5 Men's | 8 UK Women's |
Size 10.5 US | Euro 41.5 Women's | US 9 Men's | 8.5 UK Women's |
Size 11 US | Euro 42.5 Women's | US 9.5 Men's | 9 UK Women's |
In women’s shoes, the most common shoe size standard used is the US, UK, and EU, although there are other standards adopted like the Mexican or Japanese sizes. To convert women’s shoe size from US sizes to the UK size, simply subtract two full sizes to your existing US shoe size. For example, a US women shoe size 3 is a UK size 1.
Use this chart to convert from women’s to men’s sizes.
- How to measure shoe sizes
- Shoe sizes for girls, boys or men
US Shoe Size Women Width
The major difference between women shoes and men shoe sizes is the width. In terms of length, women shoes have a 1.5 size difference in general. For the width, women’s shoes are usually built to be wider in the toe and forefoot area, narrower towards the heel. The US and UK have different sizing for women, while in Europe, shoe sizing is usually unisex.
US Size | Narrow (AA) | Average (B) | Wide (C/D) | Extra-Wide (E) |
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5 | 2 13/16" | 3 3/16" | 3 9/16" | 3 15/16" |
5.5 | 2 7/8" | 3 1/4" | 3 5/8" | 4" |
6 | 2 15/16" | 3 5/16" | 3 11/16" | 4 1/16" |
6.5 | 3" | 3 3/8" | 3 3/4" | 4 1/8" |
7 | 3 1/16" | 3 7/16" | 3 13/16" | 4 3/16" |
7.5 | 3 1/8" | 3 1/2" | 3 7/8" | 4 1/4" |
8 | 3 3/16" | 3 9/16" | 3 15/16" | 4 5/16" |
8.5 | 3 1/4" | 3 5/8" | 4" | 4 3/8" |
9 | 3 3/8" | 3 11/16" | 4 1/16" | 4 7/16" |
9.5 | 3 3/8" | 3 3/4" | 4 1/8" | 4 1/2" |
10 | 3 7/16" | 3 3/4" | 4 3/16" | 4 9/16" |
10.5 | 3 1/2" | 3 7/8" | 4 1/4" | 4 5/8" |
11 | 3 9/16" | 3 15/16" | 4 5/16" | 4 11/16" |
12 | 3 11/16" | 4 1/16" | 4 7/16" | 4 13/16" |

The width of shoes is the measurement of the foot across its widest part. For women, the shoe width is classified into four subcategories – narrow (AA), average (B), wide (C/D), and extra wide (E.) Each width has a difference of ⅜ inches or 0.375 inches from each other.
For an American women’s size 8.5, for example, the narrow width starts with a 3 ¼ inches, average width measures 3 ⅝ inches, wide is 4 inches, while extra-wide measures 4 ⅜ inches.

In general, shoe manufacturers commonly stick to a width size “B” or the average width in normal shoe production, although increasingly, some brands are also offering shoe sizes in various width. Comprehensive article about shoe width.
FAQ
How to measure European shoe size?
Best way to find your euro shoe size: Measure the length of foot from toe to heel with a ruler in inches and convert your measurements to inches using our chart.
38 Shoe Size in US Women’s
A EU shoe size of 38 is equivalent to a US Women’s shoe size of approximately 7.5 to 8. Use this conversion chart to see more sizes.
Size 40 in US Women’s Shoes
A shoe size of 40 in US Women’s shoes is typically equivalent to a size 9.5 to 10. However, it’s important to keep in mind that shoe sizes can vary slightly between brands and styles. Check our EU to US women shoe sizes chart.
How to Convert Euro Shoe Size to US Women’s?
For women, convert the US size to European shoe measurement by adding 30 to your US shoe size. For example, if you wear a women’s US size 7 shoe then size 37 is likely your Euro size. For women, shoe sizes of European brands are listed as a number from 35-44. Use this conversion chart.
What is the average EU shoe size for women in the US?
The average shoe size for women in the US is a US 8.5, which measures 9 ⅚ to 10 inches and translates to EU 39. The average size of women’s shoes in Europe is a US 7.5 which translates to a EU 38 and foot length of 9 2/3 inches.
How do you know your European shoe size?
The easiest way to convert a US women’s shoe size to EU size is to add 30-31 to your existing US size. If you are wearing a US womens size 9, for example, then in EU size, a size 39 to 40 will probably be the best fit for you.