Formal:
* చోరు (chōru): This is the most common and neutral word for "thief".
Informal:
* దొంగ (donga): This is a more informal and colloquial word for "thief".
Other options:
* కుటుంబీ (kutumbī): This word implies a thief who steals from families or households.
* వెటకరి (vetakari): This word is more specific to someone who steals livestock.
The best word to use will depend on the situation and the tone you want to convey.