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German Phrase

Lass uns ein Treffen ausmachen, um über dein Gehalt zu sprechen.

/las ʊns aɪn ˈtʁeːfən ˈaʊsˌmaxn̩, ʊm ˈʏːbɐ daɪn ɡəˈhalt tsuː ˈʃpʁeːçən/
Meaning"Let's arrange a meeting to talk about your salary."
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Meaning

‘Let’s arrange a meeting to talk about your salary.’ The sentence is informal yet polite, suitable for a colleague you know well or a friendly supervisor.

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When to use

Use this phrase when you want to propose a face‑to‑face discussion about compensation, a raise, or a new contract. It works best in a semi‑formal workplace setting where a relaxed tone is acceptable.

✦Grammar Breakdown

LassunseinTreffenausmachen,umüberdeinGehaltzusprechen.

1

Lass uns + Infinitiv

A colloquial way to make a suggestion, literally “let us”. It is followed by a bare infinitive (here: ausmachen).

2

ausmachen (verb)

Means “to arrange” or “to set up”. In this context it takes a direct object (ein Treffen).

3

um … zu + Infinitiv

A purpose clause. The infinitive (sprechen) is preceded by “zu” and the whole clause is introduced by “um”.

4

Possessive pronoun with neuter noun

Gehalt is neuter, so the correct possessive is “dein Gehalt”, not “deine Gehalt”.

🗨In Conversation

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Lass uns ein Treffen ausmachen, um über dein Gehalt zu sprechen.

Let's set up a meeting to talk about your salary.

Gerne, wie wäre es mit Mittwoch um 14 Uhr?

Sure, how about Wednesday at 2 p.m.?

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Lass uns ein Treffen ausmachen, um über deine Gehalt zu sprechen.

    Gehalt is neuter; the correct possessive is “dein Gehalt”.

  • Machen wir ein Treffen aus, um über dein Gehalt zu sprechen.

    The verb “ausmachen” must stay together; “machen wir ein Treffen” is unidiomatic.

  • Lass uns ein Treffen ausmachen, um über dein Gehalt reden.

    While “reden” is possible, the idiomatic pair with “um … zu” is the infinitive with “zu”, so “zu reden” is required; omitting “zu” is a mistake.

↔Alternatives

  • Wir sollten uns treffen, um über dein Gehalt zu reden.

    We should meet to talk about your salary.

  • Können wir einen Termin vereinbaren, um dein Gehalt zu besprechen?

    Can we schedule an appointment to discuss your salary?

  • Lass uns einen Gesprächstermin festlegen, damit wir dein Gehalt besprechen können.

    Let's set a conversation appointment so we can discuss your salary.

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Cultural Tip

In German business culture salary talks are usually handled formally. Using “Lass uns” signals a friendly, collegial relationship, so reserve it for colleagues you already have a good rapport with. If you’re speaking to a higher‑ranking manager you might prefer the more formal “Könnten wir einen Termin vereinbaren…”.