How the conversion works
Subtract 33 from the EU size for the men's US size (48.5 - 33 = 15.5), then add 1.5 for the women's US size (17).
Sizes near 48.5
| EU size | Men's US | Women's US | UK | EU | Foot length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47 | 14 | 15.5 | 13 | 47 | 32 |
| 47.5 | 14.5 | 16 | 13.5 | 47.5 | 32.5 |
| 48 | 15 | 16.5 | 14 | 48 | 33 |
| 48.5 | 15.5 | 17 | 14.5 | 48.5 | 33.5 |
| 49 | 16 | 17.5 | 15 | 49 | 34 |
| 49.5 | 16.5 | 18 | 15.5 | 49.5 | 34.5 |
| 50 | 17 | 18.5 | 16 | 50 | 35 |
Common questions
Does this work for every brand?
This site uses one standard set of rules, so size 48.5 is a guide, not a guarantee. Brands often differ by half a size or a full size, especially between men's and women's lines. Check the maker's own chart when you can.
How do I measure my foot?
Stand on a sheet of paper, mark your heel and your longest toe, then measure the gap in centimetres. Match it to the foot length column and pick the closest size.
What if I am between sizes?
Order the larger size, unless the brand says its shoes run large. Add a thin sock allowance if you wear thick socks.
Other sizes
See the full eu to us shoe size chart or read how we convert.