This is the 900th most frequent Japanese word.
式典
Ceremony.
In this sentence, 式典 (shikiten) is used to refer to a formal ceremonial event, specifically a graduation ceremony.
卒業式は感動的な式典でした。
The graduation ceremony was a moving event.
Here, 式典 is used to describe a ceremonial event contextually related to a wedding.
結婚式という式典には、多くの準備が必要です。
A wedding ceremony, as a formal event, requires extensive preparation.
In this example, 式典 generally refers to any traditional ceremonial gathering, emphasizing cultural practices.