Trecatoarea montana era ingusta si periculoasa pe timp de iarna.
The mountain pass was narrow and dangerous in winter.
Armata a blocat trecatoarea ca sa nu treaca inamicul.
The army blocked the pass so the enemy could not get through.
Prin acea trecatoare se ajungea mai repede in valea de dincolo.
Through that pass you could reach the valley on the other side more quickly.