EU
42
=
Brazil
40
(26.5cm)
Also: US 8.5UK 8JP 26.5CN 42KR 265MX 7.5AU 8
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| US | UK | EU | JP | CN | KR | BR | MX | AU | Foot length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 | 3 | 35 | 21.5 | 35 | 215 | 33 | 2.5 | 3 | 21.5cm |
| 4 | 3.5 | 36 | 22 | 36 | 220 | 34 | 3 | 3.5 | 22cm |
| 4.5 | 4 | 36.5 | 22.5 | 36 | 225 | 34 | 3.5 | 4 | 22.5cm |
| 5 | 4.5 | 37 | 23 | 37 | 230 | 35 | 4 | 4.5 | 23cm |
| 5.5 | 5 | 37.5 | 23.5 | 38 | 235 | 36 | 4.5 | 5 | 23.5cm |
| 6 | 5.5 | 38 | 24 | 38 | 240 | 36 | 5 | 5.5 | 24cm |
| 6.5 | 6 | 39 | 24.5 | 39 | 245 | 37 | 5.5 | 6 | 24.5cm |
| 7 | 6.5 | 40 | 25 | 40 | 250 | 38 | 6 | 6.5 | 25cm |
| 7.5 | 7 | 40.5 | 25.5 | 41 | 255 | 39 | 6.5 | 7 | 25.5cm |
| 8 | 7.5 | 41 | 26 | 41 | 260 | 39 | 7 | 7.5 | 26cm |
| 8.5 | 8 | 42 | 26.5 | 42 | 265 | 40 | 7.5 | 8 | 26.5cm |
| 9 | 8.5 | 42.5 | 27 | 42 | 270 | 41 | 8 | 8.5 | 27cm |
| 9.5 | 9 | 43 | 27.5 | 43 | 275 | 41 | 8.5 | 9 | 27.5cm |
| 10 | 9.5 | 44 | 28 | 44 | 280 | 42 | 9 | 9.5 | 28cm |
| 10.5 | 10 | 44.5 | 28.5 | 44 | 285 | 43 | 9.5 | 10 | 28.5cm |
| 11 | 10.5 | 45 | 29 | 45 | 290 | 43 | 10 | 10.5 | 29cm |
| 11.5 | 11 | 45.5 | 29.5 | 46 | 295 | 44 | 10.5 | 11 | 29.5cm |
| 12 | 11.5 | 46 | 30 | 46 | 300 | 44 | 11 | 11.5 | 30cm |
| 13 | 12.5 | 47 | 31 | 47 | 310 | 45 | 12 | 12.5 | 31cm |
| 14 | 13.5 | 48 | 32 | 48 | 320 | 46 | 13 | 13.5 | 32cm |
Convert EU 42 to Other Systems
A men's shoe size 42 in EU is equivalent to a BR size 40. Your measurement of approximately 26.5cm corresponds to this size. This conversion follows internationally recognized sizing standards used across the industry. While most brands adhere closely to these standards, slight variations can occur, so we suggest confirming with the retailer's specific size chart before purchasing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is EU 42 in BR men's shoe?
EU size 42 in men's shoe is equivalent to BR size 40. This conversion is based on standard international sizing charts and is widely accepted across brands and retailers.
What is EU 42 in other sizing systems?
EU size 42 in men's shoe converts to: US 8.5, UK 8, JP 26.5. Use our converter above to see all available systems.
Is EU 42 the same as BR 40?
Yes, EU 42 is equivalent to BR 40 in standard men's shoe sizing. However, fit can vary between brands, so trying on items or checking brand-specific size charts is always recommended.
How accurate are shoe size conversions?
Our size conversions are based on international standards and verified against multiple authoritative sources. They represent the most widely accepted equivalents. However, individual brands may size slightly differently, so we recommend trying items on when possible or checking the brand's own size guide.
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