I would like to discuss an adjustment to my salary.
'Adeguamento' = a-de-gua-MEN-to; the 'gua' sounds like 'gwah'.
Use to open the conversation about a salary increase in a formal or semi-formal way. The word 'adeguamento' (adjustment) is softer than 'aumento' (increase) and frames the request as a correction rather than a demand.
'Adeguamento' implies bringing the salary in line with market rates or your performance, which sounds more justified than simply asking for more. 'Vorrei discutere' (I would like to discuss) invites dialogue rather than issuing a demand. This framing tends to get a more receptive response.
Vorrei richiedere un aumento di stipendio.
I would like to request a salary increase.
More direct; 'aumento' is the straightforward word for raise
Mi piacerebbe parlare della mia retribuzione.
I would like to talk about my compensation.
'Retribuzione' is broader, covering all forms of pay
Ritengo che sia giunto il momento di rivalutare il mio compenso.
I believe the time has come to reassess my compensation.
Confident phrasing; implies it is overdue
In Italy, salary discussions are often considered private and even taboo between colleagues. Never discuss your raise request openly in the office — approach your manager privately and ideally schedule a formal meeting rather than raising it informally.