Footwear Sizing EngineISO 9407 CalibratedCentimeters (cm) ⇄ US / UK / EU Shoe Size

CM to Shoe Size Converter

Direct Answer Summary

Centimeter sizing (often called Mondopoint or Japanese sizing) represents the single most accurate international metric for buying shoes. A 27.0 cm foot length translates to a US Men's 9, UK 8.5, and EU 42.5. Unlike arbitrary regional number systems, centimeters directly reflect foot length across all major footwear brands.

Convert centimeters (cm) and Mondopoint millimeters to US, UK, and EU shoe sizes for Men, Women, and Kids with ISO 9407 accuracy.

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Centimeters (cm) to US / UK / EU Shoe Size Calculator

Step: 0.5
Converted Primary Standard
EU 18Exact Fit Match
Measured Foot Length10 cm (3.94 in)
Brasil (BR)

16

Padrão Nacional
US Men

1

Standard Width D
US Women

2.5

Standard Width B
EU (Paris Pt)

18

Europa Continental
UK Standard

0.5

British Imperial

Values calibrated via ISO 9407 standards with 20mm last allowance.

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Allowance Rule

20mm Last Allowance

Standard shoe lasts include ~15–20mm beyond foot length to prevent toe pressure during gait movement.

Gender Offset

1.5 Size Difference

US Women's sizing is approximately 1.5 sizes higher than US Men's (e.g. Women's 9.5 equals Men's 8.0).

Paris Point Ratio

6.67 mm per EU Step

European sizes increment by 2/3 of a centimeter (6.67 mm), differing from the 8.46 mm US/UK barleycorn scale.

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CM to Shoe Size Converter Reference Table

Verified ISO 9407 Mondopoint & International Footwear Scaling Chart

Reference Standards

International Footwear Conversion Chart.

Official cross-reference table comparing US, UK, European, and Japanese centimeter sizing according to ISO 9407 Mondopoint standards.

US MenUS WomenUKEU (Paris Pt)Foot Length (cm)Foot Length (in)Mondopoint (mm)
6.07.55.538.524.0 cm9.45″240
6.58.06.039.024.5 cm9.65″245
7.08.56.540.025.0 cm9.84″250
7.59.07.040.525.5 cm10.04″255
8.09.57.541.026.0 cm10.24″260
8.510.08.042.026.5 cm10.43″265
9.010.58.542.527.0 cm10.63″270
9.511.09.043.027.5 cm10.83″275
10.011.59.544.028.0 cm11.02″280
10.512.010.044.528.5 cm11.22″285
11.012.510.545.029.0 cm11.42″290
11.513.011.045.529.5 cm11.61″295
12.013.511.546.030.0 cm11.81″300
13.014.512.547.531.0 cm12.20″310
14.015.513.548.532.0 cm12.60″320
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions.

Expert answers regarding footwear fit, regional size variations, and measurements.

What is 28 cm in US shoe size?

A 28 cm foot length corresponds to a US Men's size 10 (EU 44, UK 9.5).

Why do shoe boxes list CM or JP sizing?

CM (Centimeter) and JP sizing specify the anatomical foot length the shoe is designed for, serving as the international benchmark.

Is CM sizing the same as Mondopoint?

Yes, Mondopoint measures foot length in millimeters (e.g., 270 mm), which is simply centimeters multiplied by 10 (27.0 cm).

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