How do you say alcohol in Tamil?

There are a few ways to say "alcohol" in Tamil, depending on the context:

Formal:

* மது (Madhu): This is the most common and formal word for "alcohol".

* மதுபானம் (Madhubaanam): This word literally means "alcoholic drink".

Informal:

* சாராயம் (Saaraayam): This word is more informal and often used for distilled spirits like whiskey or vodka.

* நெல்லி (Nellik): This word is slang and refers to a specific type of illicit alcohol made from fermented rice.

The best word to use will depend on the specific situation and the level of formality.